Matt Leach

@matt_leach

CEO at . Putting power in the hands of local people. Community football obsessive. Thinks about the future a bit

London, Greater London GB
localtrust.org.uk
Joined November 2008
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    6 hours ago

    📢 21 or under? 📢 🏆 🏆 Bright Blue has launched our 2021 Tamworth Prize 🏆🏆 Deadline for entries: 28th August, 2021 Details and how to apply:

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    6 hours ago

    “Some of the risks government took with public money during the pandemic paid off. Others did not. It is these type of calculated risks that central government refuses to let communities do, on a far, far smaller scale, every day.”

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    14 hours ago

    yup

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    13 hours ago

    From : "Local social & civic institutions are the fundamental engines of social capital and we know that individuals living in communities with higher levels of social capital have...better outcomes"

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  5. May 27

    Want to help set the agenda for and policy and practice? is looking for some brilliant to help us deliver our ambitions

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    May 26

    Do you want to create change in , the public sector & beyond? We're looking for a Director of Practice to lead our growing consultancy work. You'll be part of an amazing team & wider network, working on a mission that matters.

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    May 25

    Mark Pepper from , a in Bristol, shares how local residents made change happen for their area, by focusing on the things that matter most to local people.

    “You went into our local supermarket and asked for an onion they think you’re asking for an exotic vegetable!” A new supermarket. Affordable housing. A health centre. Sustainable energy wind turbines. How a community transformed when they took control:
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    May 26

    'Community development & collaborative arts are about listening, being present & taking action collectively' What is the role of arts & culture in resident-led action? Writer responds to 's history of community development:

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    May 26

    📣 Delivery partner wanted! We're looking to commission an organisation who can help us create a space for the communities we work with to reflect and remember what has been lost in the past year, on their own terms. Find out more:

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    May 27

    We're proud to be one of over 400 organisations calling for long-term investment in 'left behind' neighbourhoods through a Check out the campaign's new website & show your support 👇

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    🎉 We're live! 🎉 We've officially launched our website, which is packed with new content, including a brilliant animation. Give it a visit & learn more about our campaign calling for investment in communities. 👉
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    May 27

    This is an excellent piece from on the importance of social and civic institutions - the "engines of social capital" - for . Complete with concrete ideas for what government can do to support this agenda.

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    May 26

    From : Levelling up isn’t simply about infrastructure – it’s about community connection too. Here’s how the Government can help.

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    May 26

    "...we have a basic need for connection and a sense of belonging, and we gain this in large measure through institutions that reflect our collective local identities whether that be community centres, rugby clubs or pubs." Read in for the all the evidence!

    Leveling up has got to be about more than just economic renewal - it also needs to build stronger neighbourhoods and communities
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  14. May 26

    Leveling up has got to be about more than just economic renewal - it also needs to build stronger neighbourhoods and communities

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    May 26

    From of : Levelling up isn’t simply about infrastructure – it’s about community connection too. Here’s how the Government can help.

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    May 24

    Brilliant. is one of the best examples of a local community taking control, and making an amazing difference in the process. Also a No Place Left Behind Commission case study!

    “We wanted to see a shift in power from the decision-makers, to put us back in the driving seat: to become the dog instead of the wagging tail.” The story of the estate taking control over their own community.
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    May 21

    ICYMI On Monday we launched our latest funding opportunity using the power of events in 2022 to put front and centre of developing responses with their communities

    ICYMI yesterday, we have funding available for organisations looking to bring people together using the power of events in 2022. Accepting expressions of interest until Friday 18th June. Click below for more details. ⬇️
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  18. May 21

    As we emerge from lockdown, this blog from is super relevant - shared places to meet connect communities and the people who live in them - resonates hugely with work in UK on neighbourhoods and priorities for

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    May 20

    🎉 We've partnered with to lead a project funding UK youth projects throughout 2022. Now, we're looking for funding delivery partners to help run the programme. Find out more and register your interest ✍️

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    May 20

    v excited about the line up for this, including plus 20 inspiring examples of community-led work from across the UK

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